Is A “Weakness” Merely The Shadow Side Of A Strength?

Our journey through life presents us with many gates… Some see them as barriers but they are usually opportunities for growth and change and new beginnings. In her book "The Pathwork of Self-Transformation, Eve Pierrakos wrote, "Through the gateway of feeling your weakness lies your strength." Stop for a moment to consider a so-called weakness...…

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Dare to think for yourself

Is there anything more precious than freedom of thought? Or the ability to think, evaluate, analyze, question, probe...? As Voltaire said, “Dare to think for yourself.” The work that we do - especially those of us who are coaches, alternative health or spiritual practitioners - is often misjudged or misunderstood. But do trust and do…

Crystals for a New Moon in Leo ritual

I'm looking forward to attending the first Annual Vancouver Gem and Mineral Show today. Somehow it seems a perfect activity for the new moon... surrounding myself with Earth's bounty of gemstones, minerals and crystals! Lots of energy!!!! Maybe I'll find some lovely new stones to work with (some of you may know that I am an…

If you hear the voice of the Earth…

   If you experience a strong pull towards nature, to the voice of the Earth and its elements... an instinctual connection to your ancestors... Then you may already be on a shamanic path. And, of course, this connection to Earth and ancestors is true not just in shamanism but in many other spiritual traditions.  If…

Tip of the day: Self-care operates in a guilt-free zone

    Many of us have an inner self-critic that does not serve us, one that shames us when we do something that is good for our Self, when we practise self-awareness or self-care. Dispel and release the idea that looking after your Self is selfish. It is healthy to practice self-care and to love…